Art and Art History Collection (Saskia)

Ares and Aphrodite as Lovers (detail) Venus and Mars

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Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Abstract

Several works from the buried city of Pompeii depict the goddess and her associates. The house where this is located is now named the "House of Venus". Venus sitting close to her lover, the god of war Mars; she is holding his spear while the little Cupid below tries on his warrior's helmet. Mars unwraps Venus' dress, while cupids play with Mars' armor.

Keywords

Naples, Italy, Pompeii, Ancient Italy, Pompeii, Style: High Classical, School: Roman Classical, Movement: High Classical, Roman, Frescoes; Aphrodite; Ares;, Fresco

Alt Text

An ancient fresco depicting two figures, one seated and partially draped, the other standing behind. The artwork shows signs of wear and aging.

Geographic Location

Naples, Italy; Pompeii, Ancient Italy; Pompeii

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Media Type

Pictures

Identifier

A01-JIE0069

Ares and Aphrodite as Lovers (detail) Venus and Mars

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